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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
World
Donna Lu

What are Covid antiviral treatments and who in Australia is eligible for them?

Paxlovid pills
Access to antiviral treatments such as Paxlovid has been expanded in Australia amid the escalating Omicron wave. Photograph: Joe Raedle/Getty Images

Health authorities have expanded access to oral antiviral treatments for Covid-19 to millions of Australians.

As of Monday, all Australians over 70 with Covid are eligible for two antivirals – Lagevrio and Paxlovid – on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, as are a greater number of people at risk of severe disease.

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